Khalif Barnes

The Jags are coming off one of the most disappointing seasons in the NFL. They, along with the Cleveland Browns, were the chic pick to get to at least the AFC title game. Yet they finished at 5-11. For starters the Jaguars need improved health next year, especially on their Offensive Line. Their Left Tackle Khalif Barnes is an Unrestricted Free Agent. He played poorly last year, and won’t likely return. There is a good chance Charles Spencer takes over. Center Brad Meester is also an UFA, but he may be in their plans. Assuming Fred Taylor gives them a hometown discount, he’ll be ... Read Full Story

After bungling free agency last year, the Jacksonville Jaguars vowed to revamp their aging roster through the draft. They made an exception for three-time Pro Bowl left tackle Tra Thomas. Thomas signed a three-year contract with the Jaguars on Monday, filling the team's most glaring need and moving considerably closer to home. The 34-year-old Thomas, who allowed just two sacks in 658 attempts last season, is expected to step into a starting role in place of free agent Khalif Barnes and provide leadership on a team that finished 5-11 last season and then parted ways with three captains. "Hopefully I'm one of the key ... Read Full Story

Word is the Radiers are going to speak to Jags free agent offensive tackle Khalif Barnes, and that the visit is actually taking place today. SportingNews is reporting that Barnes was going to speak to the Saints last week, but that got canned when the team brought back Jon Stinchcomb with a five-year deal. The 26-year-old Barnes started every game last season at left tackle for the Jaguars, who experienced a lot of injuries along the offensive line. Read Full Story

The Oakland Raiders scored a free agent coup Saturday by convincing Jaguars left tackle Khalif Barnes to sign with Raiders coach Tom Cable. 5 Vote(s) Read Full Story

From: Pro Football Weekly Count OT Khalif Barnes among those Jaguars facing an uphill battle to maintain a roster spot on next year’s club. Between his multiple off-field indiscretions and his heavy feet, Barnes hasn’t approached the lofty expectations bestowed upon him as a second-round pick in 2005. Given the number of elite speed rushers littering the AFC South, the Jags’ desire for a top-flight left tackle is high on their priority list Read Full Story